Founders Associate - C.Scale (San Francisco, CA)
We're seeking a dynamic Founders Associate to support our CEO and COO across strategic operations, driving our mission to accelerate decarbonization through data-driven solutions in a fast-paced, mission-driven startup environment.
Description
C.Scale is hiring a Founders Associate to support our team’s work on data-driven decarbonization in the built environment. We're pioneering a transformative approach to decarbonization that could dramatically reduce the building sector's carbon footprint—responsible for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions. Our software and data products empowers architects, engineers, planners, and real estate professionals to measure, manage, and mitigate their projects’ “whole life carbon” emissions. We’re the team behind the open access C.Scale web platform, Autodesk Forma’s embodied carbon analysis, Galvanize Climate Solutions’ Gold tool, and more.
This new position will support the CEO and COO across various strategic and operational functions. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-growing, tech-focused environment, as you collaborate directly with founders and gain an insider’s exposure to startup decision-making and innovation. We're seeking a dynamic, adaptable "Swiss Army Knife" professional excited to be at the cutting edge of climate technology and startup innovation. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated professional to play a critical role in a seed-stage climate tech startup.
While C.Scale is a remote-first company, this position requires in-person, weekly collaboration with the COO based in San Francisco. In-person presence in New York City will be considered.
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Core Responsibilities
Business Operations
Optimize core team infrastructure including HubSpot, Gusto, Notion, and Slack
Continuously improve scalable systems that empower team performance and accelerate growth
Drive recruitment and onboarding to curate an exceptional, mission-driven team
Invest in team culture building and esprit de corps
Growth & Community Engagement
Create and curate high-impact content and materials that inspire potential customers, partners, and investors
Cultivate our Platform’s community hub, supporting user interaction to foster a vibrant, supportive, and knowledge-sharing environment
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support business decisions
Founders Support
Provide dynamic support across ever-changing organizational needs
Prepare research, reports, presentations, and briefings for internal and external meetings
Keep the team organized and high functioning with high attention to detail for meetings, deliverables, and events
Required Qualifications
Recent college graduate in Business Administration, Sustainability, AEC (architecture, engineering, construction) or real estate
Master’s degree strongly preferred
Experience: 1+ years of hands-on experience in a software start-up or similar fast-paced work environment
Preferred Qualities
Passionate about climate action and inspired by our company’s mission
Self-starter who takes ownership over process and outcomes
Collaborator who knows we can move faster and further when we move together
A generalist who can handle diverse projects with a “get things done” attitude.
Good at asking questions to build understanding, then being quick to action and iteration
Entrepreneurial drive and ambition: a perfect role if you envision starting a company one day
Structured and self-organized in your ability to take in information and prioritize tasks, with a systematic approach and a passion for optimization
Interested in multi-year professional growth within the organization
Benefits, Compensation, and Equal Opportunity Employment
This is a full-time salaried position with a competitive starting range of $70,000 to $90,000. Beyond base compensation, we offer meaningful equity and bonus opportunities that could represent significant value as we scale. Top performers can expect:
Annual performance-based bonuses
Equity option grants starting at 0.25-0.5% of company stock
Clear, merit-based advancement opportunities
Potential for compensation growth as the company grows
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance, life, and LTD insurance, and a 401K matching plan. C.Scale is a remote-first company which values a balance between deep work and close collaboration. We maintain an unlimited PTO policy and require employees take a minimum of two weeks of vacation annually. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Apply by submitting your application through our Hiring portal at Gusto.com. In the materials you submit, please highlight what is driving your application and how you meet the core competencies outlined above. Or to learn more, email us at people@cscale.io with “Founders Associate” as the subject line.
Salary
$70,000 - $90,000 per year
